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Georges Rouault
Estimate
40,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Georges Rouault
- Cirque de l'Étoile filante (Chapon/Rouault 240-256)
- Aquatint
- aquatints approx. 307 by 219 mm 12 1/8 by 8 5/8 in
- each sheet approx. 445 by 342 mm 17 1/2 by 13 1/2 in
The complete book, comprising 17 aquatints printed in colors, hors-texte, and 82 wood engravings en-texte, numbered 140, from the total edition of 250, with title, text and justification, on Montval laid paper, published by Ambroise Vollard, Paris, contained in the original paper wrappers, red paper-covered boards and slipcase (99 prints)
Condition
The full sheets, in good condition, apart from pale off-printing on the versos and text pages, and an infrequent tiny fox mark on some text pages. The inside edges of the boards separating slightly at the spine, minor wear at the corners of the slipcase and a surface scratch on the bottom.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.